Recent Media & Communications and Theatre Studies graduate with experience in radio and live event hosting. Skilled in on-air presentation, scriptwriting, voice and stage acting, and audience engagement. Excellent ability to communicate complex ideas, tell stories and collaborate across creative teams.

Samantha Cox

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Recent Media & Communications and Theatre Studies graduate with experience in radio and live event hosting. Skilled in on-air presentation, scriptwriting, voice and stage acting, and audience engagement. Excellent ability to communicate complex ideas, tell stories and collaborate across creative teams.

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Recent Media & Communications and Theatre Studies graduate with experience in radio and live event hosting. Skilled in on-air presentation, scriptwriting, voice and stage acting, and audience
engagement. Excellent ability to communicate complex ideas, tell stories and collaborate across creative teams.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Host and Producer at Radio Western
September 29, 2022 - November 29, 2025
Hosted and produced Sleepy Stories with Sam, a weekly prerecorded radio program; Voiced multiple fairytale characters and narrated stories for broadcast; co-hosted Outside the Frame, a live film discussion show; wrote, recorded, and edited advertisements; researched, scripted, and delivered content optimized for audience engagement; collaborated with technical and creative teams to meet weekly program deadlines.
Performer, Crew, and Executive Member at Theatre Western
December 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Hosted formal events, showcases, and live performances; performed principal roles in Little Women, The Cherry Orchard, and The Great Gatsby; appeared in independent films and campus fashion shows; Internal Outreach Coordinator, managing communication across the entire club; costume team member for Legally Blonde: The Musical.
Host / Master of Ceremonies at Independent / Various Venues
August 1, 2023 - September 1, 2025
Hosted live events including a Canadian Music Competition fundraiser; delivered a monologue at a Cystic Fibrosis Benefit Concert; served as MC for multiple events across campus and local venues.
Student Representative at TIFF Critics Lab
September 1, 2023 - Present
Represented Western University students at TIFF Critics Lab; authored and published film reviews grounded in analysis and argumentation; participated in professional discussions on film criticism, storytelling, and cultural context.
Parks Operations General Labourer at Town of Oakville
May 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025
Maintained over 200 landscaped sites while adhering to safety and regulatory standards; operated municipal vehicles and equipment with precision and care; led and supported new student staff members; demonstrated teamwork, reliability, attention to detail, and time management.
Food Runner & Waitress at Cucci Ristorante
June 30, 2019 - December 31, 2022
Delivered professional service in a fine-dining restaurant; coordinated service for large events, supporting menu presentation and efficient service.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Media and Communication Studies at University of Western Ontario
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Studies at University of Western Ontario
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Ontario Secondary School Diploma at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Secondary School
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Smart Serve Ontario Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026
National Lifeguard Certification (Lifesaving Society)
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026
Royal Conservatory of Music – Level 8 Piano & Theory
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026
Catholic Women’s League Scholarship Recipient
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026
Western University Entrance Scholarship Recipient
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Government, Retail
    paper The Paper Bag Princess

    Voice acted as Narrator and Elizabeth the princess

    paper Goldilocks and the Three Bears

    Voice acted as Narrator and Mama Bear (starting at 2:19)